Phrases & Expressions

To start living in a new home.

• We moved in last month.
• They moved in next door.

To start living in the same home with someone, often a romantic partner.

• They decided to move in together after a year.
• Are you ready to move in together?

To leave the home where you live and go to live somewhere else.

• He moved out of his parents' house.
• When are you moving out?

To cut the grass in a garden or yard to a shorter, neater length.

• I need to mow the lawn this weekend.
• He mows the lawn every Friday.

I am responsible for a mistake or problem that has occurred.

• It's my fault that the vase broke.
• Don't blame him; it was my fault.

A person who prefers to stay awake and active late at night.

• Sara goes to bed every night at 3 a.m. — she's a real night owl.
• I never go to bed before midnight — I'm a night owl.

A road sign or rule meaning that vehicles must not park or wait in that place.

• There is 'no waiting' on this side of the street.
• The sign said 'no waiting' during rush hour.

Used to show worry or surprise.

• Oh dear, what happened?
• Oh dear, that's terrible.

Not working or studying because you are taking a break.

• My boss is on holiday until next Monday.
• We were on holiday in Spain.

I will pay for this.

• Don't worry about the bill, it's on me.
• Your coffee is on me today.